Dolphin - Ilminster

#13 - Seafood - South Somerset, Steak, British
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Dolphin

Dolphin
4.2 / 5 (1816 reviews)

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The restaurant offers decently priced food with a pleasant landlord, but has some discomforting aspects for solo diners. While some visitors have had disappointing experiences with the food, others have raved about the Sunday roast. The pub is described as a hidden gem, offering a cozy atmosphere and friendly locals. The staff is welcoming, serving locally-sourced dishes and real ales. Guests have enjoyed their experiences, with some mentioning the traditional feel of the pub as a refreshing change from more modern establishments. Overall, the Dolphin pub seems to offer a mix of experiences, with a focus on good quality food and welcoming service.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: David

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★ 4.2 / 5 from 1816 reviews

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I enjoyed a fantastic pub lunch today at this restaurant. I had the homemade lasagna made with local beef and homemade chips, and it was absolutely delicious! The staff, including a friendly and helpful boy at the bar, made me feel very welcome. View all feedback.

What Jennifer Kent dislikes about Dolphin:
The food was decent and decently priced. The landlord was pleasant. But it wasn't comfortable for a solo stranger. The issue was that the older lady (in corner wearing a pink top) was constantly puffing away at her e-cigerette. The landlord turned a blind eye to this. The man next to me decided to turn off the music to the speaker next to me (he arrived whilst I was mid dinner and decided he didn't want the music pla... View all feedback.

joesoapreviews
10.10.2023

This pub is a hidden gem. You can just sit outside and unwind with the friendly locals. I always make a quick stop here when passing through town. If you're feeling hungry, grab a pie or pastry from Bonners across the road - they'll heat it up for you to enjoy at the pub. It's a fantastic experience.

leanne04
10.10.2023

Just had the most delicious Sunday lunch at the dolphin. Roast pork with crackling all excellent and enjoyed sitting outside in the sunshine. They also have excellent Covid precautions.

jcollins-2
10.10.2023

We decided to stop at this restaurant for lunch on our way back from Devon. We ordered a couple of beers and the tuna baguette melt. Unfortunately, there was no melt. Instead, we received a soupy white mayonnaise on a baguette with a very subtle taste of tuna. It was honestly the most disappointing lunch I have ever had. Despite wanting to complain, we were pressed for time due to a long journey ahead and were too hungry to delay. However, the one positive note was that the chips were surprisingly excellent.

david-iglesias-snake
29.03.2025

Stopped there for a pint. Very noisy and swearing locals were having (a lot of) drinks, which was part of the folklore I guess. Service: 4

kevin-phillips-grass-2
29.03.2025

Good pint good music friendly welcome and dog friendly

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